H. Celeste Bowles
November 1, 1911 ~ February 15, 2013
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 10:30 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
Helen Celeste Latham Bowles, 101, of Clements, MD Died on February 15, 2013 in Hospice House of St. Mary’s, Callaway, MD in the company of her family at her side, after a long, and courageous struggle with pancreatic cancer. Celeste was born in Clements, MD the 5th child of the late Andrew Clarence Latham, Sr., and Jane Celeste Mattingly Latham. Surviving Celeste, her daughter Violet Ann Bailey, son William Clarence Bowles, and her daughter-in-law Estelle Marie Bowles. Also surviving are her; 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 11 great great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Celeste was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Aloysius Bowles, Sr, whom she married on May 26, 1931 in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD., and also two sons; Joseph Aloysius Bowles, Jr., John Anthony Bowles, son-in-law Robert L. Bailey, and her daughter in law Catherine G. “Jenny” Bowles. Also proceeded in death by 6 brothers; William E. Latham (Aleatha), Andrew Clarence Latham, Jr., Harry Mattingly Latham (Marie), Joseph Aloysius Latham (Laura), Leonard Johnson Latham (Mina), Charles Zacheria Latham (Emily), 1 sister Clara May Wills (Doyne). Also preceded in death by her nieces; Doris Latham Griffen, Jean Latham Smith, nephews; Doyne Robert Wills, Jr., Harry Latham Wills, and Charles Zacheria Latham,Jr. Celeste worked hard all of her life to raise her children and caring for others. Celeste worked at Guy Brothers Store in Clements until the store went out of business and then she worked at St. Mary’s Pharmacy until she retired. Celeste was very particular about her appearance (always neat and accessorized). Celeste was very proud of her grandchildren. She was always known to her grandchildren as “Mar-Mar-Toots”, and her nieces and nephews as “Aunt Toots”. Mar-Mar or Aunt Toots was a very good cook, and loved having her family, and friends over for a delicious dinner. Celeste had a great devolution to the “Blessed Mother” and the most “Holy Rosary”. Mar-Mar Toots loved to play bingo and enjoyed a good pitch game or a game of Thirty-One. Celeste was life member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Morganza, MD. Celeste loved to work at all of the Annual church dinners and in her younger days she would be head of the church dinners. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 from 5:00 PM -8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 10:30 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be; Joey Bowles, Frankie Bowles, Lee Bowles, Al Bailey, Robert Bailey, and Billy Yost. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650 and/or Seventh District Volunteer Rescue Squad P.O. Box 7 Avenue, MD.
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“Clarence & Violet so sorry for the loss of your mother we will keep you and your family in our prayers. God bless both of you.”
“For Celeste family, we extend our sympathy on the loss of your mother , and grandmother. She will be dearly missed. Our Prayers go to you all.”
“Violet Ann, Clarence and to all the Family. We are sorry to hear of Celeste’s passing. All of you are in our Thoughts and Prayers.”
“Clarence, Violet Ann, and all of Celeste’s family – We have some wonderful memories of playing pitch with Celeste, Mama Bea, and Daddy Toots. It is comforting to think of their wonderful reunion in heaven. We know that you will miss her greatly and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“Violet, Ann, Clarence, and family-So Sorry for the loss of your mom. Remember you have another angel in heaven. R I P Mrs. Bowles”
“God bless Celeste. She lived a long, long life. Something that most of us won’t experience. Now she can rest in peace. “
“To the Bowles Family: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Dear Violet Ann and Clarence…So sorry to hear about your Mom. May God be with you during this difficult time. Be there for each other and hold her memory in your hearts!”
“Violet Ann, Clarence and family. We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. We will remember her in our prayers. “
“Dear Clarence & Family, So sorry to hear of your mother”
“Violet Ann & Clarence – We’re so sorry to hear about Celeste and will keep you and your families in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Violet and Clarence I am sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. May God bless and be with you both.”
“To Violet Ann, Clarence & family: I was so sorry to hear about Celeste passing. She if finally at peace, and will suffer no more. She’s up there with mom and all her friends. She missed mom when she went home. She will be a guardian angel to her grandchildren. She will be in my thoughts and prayers. Clarence, you have been hit hard this last year. Please take care of yourself, and if I can do anything for you, please call.”
“Clarence & The Bowles family, So sorry to hear of Ms. Bowles passing. She will be greatly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Dear Clarence & Family, So sorry to hear of your mother, she lived a LONG and happy life. God has taken her to heaven to be rid of all the pain and suffering she endured here on earth. Our prayers are with you and family during this most difficult time. “
“Violet, Clarence and family. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time. Francis Russell And Dottie”
“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord give you strength during these difficult times.”
“Celeste was a very brave and courageous woman. My deepest sympathy to my buddy Violet and to Clarence.”
“Violet Ann, Clarence & Family Members:Death leaves a Heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal.. Prayers are With You All”
“Violet Ann, Clarence and family. We were so sad to hear of Celeste’s passing. Cherish the memories and may she rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“Violet Ann and Clarence Sorry to hear about your Mom. May the comfort of friends and family be your strength now and the days ahead. Our condolences go out to you. “
“To the Bowles Family Our. thoughts and prayers our with at this time.”
“Clarence, Violet Ann and rest of the Family. Sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. She was a wonderful Lady and we know she is resting in the arms of our Lord right now. Our prayers are with you all. God bless, Billy and Susan Johnson.”
“Violet Ann and Clarance – Sorry to hear about your Mom. Sure she is resting in peace in Heaven. “
“Clarence, Violet Ann and all the Bowles family–We are sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Celeste lived a very long life. Hold all those years of good memories close to your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Clarence and family. It is hard losing a mama . I will only say that she was a tough lady and she lived a good life. Sorry that I couldn’t make it to the services but you are on my mind and I am saying a prayer for your mama and you. May God bless her soul.Ginger”
“You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Violet Ann and Clarence you will stay in our prayers.So sorry for your loss.”
“Clarence & Violet Ann. Your mother lived a long, wonderful life. To think of all the things she saw happen and get invented in her lifetime, it was just an amazing life. Your mother was a true lady and always happy. Now, she goes to heaven and gets to see even more wonderful things in her next life. I hope you all find peace and tranquility knowing your mother served her time here and is now receiving the reward of a long and loving life. Peace to all of you!”
“My condolences go out to Clarence and the rest of Mrs. Bowles’ family. It has been a rough year. But, her and Jenny will be waiting for you in the Father’s kingdom. “
“Voilet Ann and Clarence: I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom. She is resting in peace now and no longer in pain. She is with God now and watching over all of us. If I can do anything please give me a call.”
“Mrs. Bowles is no longer sick and is now at peace. Clarence, you are to commended for the loving care that you have given to your Mom for so many years. You, Violet Ann and the rest of Mrs. Bowles’ family will be in our prayers.”
“Our sincerest sympathy to Violet Ann, Clarence and all the family and friends of Celeste. We send you our love, thoughts and prayers. Celeste was a WONDERFUL LADY and will be greatly missed by so many. May she now receive her reward and be with Our Lord and Blessed Mother forever. “
“Violet Ann,Clarence & family: I am are sorry to hear about your mom’s passing.You are in my thoughts and prayers.May she rest in peace.”
“Sorry to hear about your loss.”
“Violet Ann and Clarence: We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Our thoughts ans prayers are with you and also with Estelle. Now you have another Angel to look out for you. “
“Clarance and Violet, On behalf of the Buckler Family, Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mother. May she rest in peace and our prayers are with you. Louis “
“Clarence and Violet, Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family at this sad time. You had mama Celeste for a long time but we know it is so hard to say goodbye. God bless you all and may she rest in peace.”
“Sending our thoughts and prayers during this very sad time. “
“Violet Ann and Clearance I am so very sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing. May God help you through this sorrowful time. My prayers are with you all.”